Debenhams has now moved into the historic grade II listed building Slingfield Mill in Weavers Wharf retail park following a mutil million pound refurbishment of the late 1800s building

 

The fashion giant, which already has stores in Worcester and Redditch, has signed a 15 year lease with the buildings owners, Henderson Global Investors. There are no are no new plans for extra car parking spaces, with customers having to use the existing car park. Peter Picken, Town Centre Partnership chairman, said "For years, we have been talking about how the town needed a quality department store. We are delighted Debenhams has decided to move into Kidderminster. I'm sure this will encourage shoppers to stay local and visitors to come to the town".

Mr Picken was "hopeful" the plan would see a quick take-up of the currently unoccupied Piano Building, nearby.

 

The Kidderminster move follows talks between Debenhams, Henderson and Wyre Forest District Council. Stephen Clee, Conservative Wyre Forest District Council cabinet member for planning, regeneration and prosperity, said the lease signing was a "milestone" in Kidderminster's development.

 

He said "It's another link in the regeneration of the town and is all for the good of the economy"